State & Local
Along with up-to-date political coverage, Dome Politics takes the opportunity to post about issues, legislation, and lawmakers in local municipalities and at the state level
Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced that he has joined a 20-state coalition in sending a formal comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the updated definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS). This longstanding WOTUS rule placed undue regulatory burdens on Georgia’s farmers, […]
State Senator John Albers (R–Roswell) has recently introduced Senate Bill (SB) 392, the Waste Reduction Act of 2026, also known as the Zero-Based Budgeting Act. This legislation is designed to implement the same common-sense budgeting practices used by Georgia families in state government. This bill is based on the idea that in homes across Georgia, […]
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R-GA) recently announced the No. 1 priority for the 2026 Legislative Session – property tax reform, which aims to address rising property taxes and the cost of living for all Georgians. In 2024, the Georgia General Assembly addressed property taxes with Senate Bill (SB) 349, which passed with bipartisan support and […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), demanding answers as to when Georgia farmers can expect to receive hurricane relief funding. The Hurricane Helene relief package was passed over a year ago, in December 2024, and includes $21 billion for the Southeast region of the country. The […]
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA) recently secured funding for waterline improvements in the City of Rincon, Georgia, as part of the House-passed Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development, and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026. Also known as House Resolution (HR) 6938, this bill includes $1 million to upgrade Rincon’s existing 8-inch waterline, which […]
Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA) recently sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel, urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to continue its work and determine the fraud connected to childcare programs. According to Carter, this fraud may also involve improper political financial contributions towards Democratic fundraising […]
Attorney General Chris Carr has recently issued a statement on the State of Georgia’s case against 61 individuals, who are alleged to have conspired together to block the construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. This event occurred in 2023 when 61 people were charged with domestic terrorism and organized criminal activity in relation […]
Days after the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) has yet to release a statement. This is in stark contrast to lawmakers from both sides of the aisle who have come out either in support of or in criticism of the Trump Administration’s decisive action. His senatorial colleague, Senator Raphael Warnock […]
Over the weekend, the U.S. military launched a strike against Venezuela, bombing several of its states and capturing President Nicolas Maduro. Ordered by President Donald Trump, the operation took place after months of escalating tension over narcoterrorism and drug boat strikes. Predictably, the strike has received mixed reactions from lawmakers. Republicans are overwhelmingly in favor […]
Over the weekend, and by order of President Donald Trump, the U.S. military launched a strike against Venezuela, bombing several of its states and capturing its President, Nicolas Maduro. The strike comes after months of escalating tension involving attacks on drug boats and a focus on growing narcoterrorism from Venezuela. The strike has received mixed reactions […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently co-sponsored Senate Bill (S) 1549, also known as the Water Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill was introduced by Senators Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) in May 2025 and has been on the Senate floor since. The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) recently co-sponsored the Purple Hearts Education Act to expand access to education for Purple Heart recipients and their families. The bill was introduced in January 2025 by Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) and has been stuck on the Senate floor ever since. Under current policy, Purple Heart recipients […]
In partnership with the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded the State of Georgia $218.8 million for the Georgia Rural Enhancement and Transformation (GREAT) of Health Program. This comprehensive effort will strengthen rural healthcare systems and improve outcomes statewide […]
NumbersUSA has given the State of Georgia a ‘C’ grade based on the performance of its congress regarding immigration. NumbersUSA engages in public policy advocacy and is primarily focused on achieving a sensible immigration policy. The group seeks to ensure the safety of Americans and a greater sense of economic fairness. It grades lawmakers based […]
Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) is working across the aisle to bolster American manufacturing and economic development by co-sponsoring the Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act. Also known as Senate Bill 1872, this bill was introduced by Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) and is headed to the House of Representatives after passing in […]
The House of Representatives has concluded 2025 by passing several bills related to economic development, mining regulation, Medicaid restrictions, and agriculture. This year has been notable for the passage of major bills, including House Resolution 1, known as the One Big, Beautiful Bill, and HR 1968, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act. First, the House passed […]
In an exclusive interview with Dome Politics, Representative Rich McCormick (R-GA) thoroughly explained his concerns with healthcare in America and the intricate relationship between Big Pharma, Big Insurance, and the American people, calling the health insurance industry "the biggest mafia in America." "It is the biggest mafia in America! You know why they don’t advertise? […]
Attorney General Chris Carr recently announced the launch of a public service announcement (PSA) campaign supported by the Gift Card Fraud Prevention Alliance aimed at protecting consumers from the growing threat of gift card scams. This campaign is a collaborative effort with attorneys general from 13 other states. It arrives as millions of Americans prepare […]
